Jamsil (잠실) short-term rental near Lotte World and Seokchon Lake
"Where in Seoul can I stay near Lotte World for a few weeks without booking a hotel?"
"Will a hotel really work for two or three weeks?"
"Is there a furnished place I can actually walk to Lotte World from?"
If you are coming to Seoul for a Lotte World (롯데월드) trip, a concert at the Jamsil (잠실) stadiums, surgery follow-ups at a nearby hospital, or just a few weeks of sightseeing, the area around Jamsil and Seokchon Lake (석촌호수) is one of the easiest places to base yourself. It is walkable, it sits on three subway lines, and it is full of furnished homes you can rent by the week or the month.
This guide covers where to stay, how the neighborhood feels to live in for 7 to 30 nights, and what to check before you book.
A short-term rental here means a furnished home rented by the week or month, with a real kitchen, an in-unit washing machine, and utilities included. It sits between an expensive hotel and a one-year lease that no short-term visitor can sign.
Who stays around Jamsil and Lotte World
This pocket of Songpa-gu (송파구) draws a very specific mix of short-stay visitors, and almost all of them want the same thing: a furnished base they can walk home to.
① Tourists and families
Lotte World, Lotte World Tower (롯데월드타워) with the Seoul Sky observation deck, Lotte World Aquarium, and Lotte Cinema are all within a short walk. Families with children especially like being able to drop bags at home midday rather than carrying them around a theme park.
② Concert and sports fans
Jamsil Sports Complex (잠실종합운동장) and the nearby arenas host major K-pop concerts and ballgames. Staying within a few subway stops means you avoid surge-priced taxis after a late show.
③ Medical travelers
Asan Medical Center (아산병원) and Samsung Medical Center (삼성병원) are roughly 10 minutes away by transit. A home with a kitchen and a washing machine matters a lot during weeks of treatment or recovery.
④ Business and longer stays
Gangnam (강남) is a quick ride, and Line 9 runs express toward Gimpo and Incheon airports. For a stay past one week, a furnished rental simply costs less and lives better than a hotel.
The neighborhood on foot: Seokchon Lake and three subway lines
What matters for a short stay is how much you can reach without a car. Around Seokchon Lake, the answer is: a lot.
The lake loop itself is a free, flat walking path, lined with cafes and restaurants along Songridan-gil (송리단길). In spring it hosts one of Seoul's best cherry blossom stretches, and Lotte World Tower rises right behind it.
① Seokchon Gobun Station (석촌고분역) on Line 9 is about a 5-minute walk, with express trains to the airports.
② Seokchon Station (석촌역) on Line 8 is about a 10-minute walk, linking to Jamsil and Garak Market.
③ Jamsil Station (잠실역) on Line 2 is about a 13-minute walk, putting Gangnam, City Hall, and Hongdae on one line.
Three lines within walking distance is rare in Seoul, and it is the main reason this area works so well for visitors without a car.
Living here day to day
Groceries and basics are easy. There is a convenience store about 1 minute away, with a Daiso and an Olive Young near Seokchon Gobun Station for household goods, snacks, and toiletries.
For meals, the Bangi-dong food alley (방이동 먹자골목) and the Jamsilsaenae (잠실새내) traditional market are both close, so you can eat cheaply at a local level rather than only at tourist spots. Han River (한강) parks are a short ride away for picnics and evening walks.
Getting around is the quiet strength of this neighborhood. Line 9 express reaches Gimpo and Incheon airports, a direct airport bus runs nearby, and the SRT from Suseo Station (수서역) is often faster than KTX for trips south.
One practical note: this is a residential pocket, so evenings are calmer than the tourist core, even though Lotte World is a walk away. Parking for one car is usually available on request, which helps if you rent a vehicle.
Hotel, serviced residence, or short-term rental?
For a night or two, a hotel near Jamsil is fine. The moment your stay crosses one week, the numbers change.
Hotel near Jamsil | Serviced residence | Liveanywhere short-term rental | |
|---|---|---|---|
7 nights | KRW 1,000,000–1,800,000 (≈USD 740–1,330) | KRW 900,000–1,500,000 (≈USD 670–1,110) | from KRW 490,000 (≈USD 363) |
30 nights | KRW 4,000,000–7,000,000 (≈USD 2,960–5,180) | KRW 3,500,000–5,500,000 (≈USD 2,590–4,070) | KRW 2,300,000 (≈USD 1,700) |
Kitchen | none | small | full |
Washing machine | paid | shared or in-unit | in-unit |
Date changes | rebook nightly | limited | adjust without penalty |
Deposit | card hold | one month or more | KRW 300,000 (≈USD 222) |
The hotel and residence figures are general market ranges for the area. The short-term rental column uses the real numbers for the listing below.
Beyond price, the difference is daily life: a real kitchen, your own laundry, and the freedom to shorten or extend your dates without paying for a new booking each time.
A real short-term rental by Seokchon Lake: guest review
A studio one minute from Seokchon Lake, Jamsil (House no. : 36619)
Deposit KRW 300,000 (≈USD 222) (30-night basis) / from KRW 70,000 (≈USD 52) per night / 7 nights KRW 490,000 (≈USD 363) / 30 nights KRW 2,300,000 (≈USD 1,700)
★ 5.0 (4 reviews)
~43 ㎡ (13 pyeong) | Officetel (a studio-style residence-meets-office unit common in Korea) | separated studio (sleeping area divided from the living space) | 1 double bed | best for 1–2 guests
The unit is full option: a kitchen, an in-unit washing machine, fast wifi, a smart TV with KT GenieTV and Netflix, and a coffee machine. It is a 1-minute walk to Seokchon Lake and within walking distance of Lotte World Tower, with parking for one car available on request.
One detail that matters for visitors from abroad: the host can communicate in English, Japanese, and Chinese, which removes a lot of the usual friction around check-in and local questions.
📍 Recent guest review (May 2026 · P · ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, original English guest review)
"This was my first time staying alone and I was hesitant, but my experience was great. I got lost and the host came to help me immediately and even helped with my bags. He also gave me great food recommendations. Very foreigner-friendly, and I hope to come back soon."
Finding a short-term rental in Jamsil on Liveanywhere
Liveanywhere is a Korean short-term rental platform built for stays from one week and up. Contracts are signed electronically, so you can book from abroad before you fly in, and most homes are fully furnished with utilities included.
To find a place like the one above, search by station or landmark (Jamsil, Seokchon Lake, or Lotte World), set your dates and number of guests, then filter for a full-option home and read the guest reviews. Look for a kitchen, an in-unit washing machine, flexible dates, and an English-friendly host before you book.
Pack a bag, sign online, and you can be living a minute from Seokchon Lake the day you land.